The Braid Hairstyle Bible: 50 Different Types Of Braids

Dutch Braids

Dutch braids are similar to French braids except you’re going under instead of over, giving you a different look. Try these Dutch braid hairstyles to change up your traditional look.

41. Simple Dutch Braid

The Dutch braid works just like a French braid and can be worn down your back like all other types of braids. Use the Dutch braid technique through all of your hair from top to bottom to create a simple Dutch braid that can be worn for any occasion.

42. Double Dutch Braid

Creating two dutch braids to create a nice double braided look is a great way to change how you normally wear your hair. This braid looks awesome and it’s not as hard as it seems!

43. Dutch Braided Pigtails

Dutch braided pigtails are a fun different style to use in your hair. Leave the weave a bit more loose to make the braids puffier for a fun, new look.

44. Formal Dutch Braid

The Dutch braid makes for a beautiful formal up do. Create a traditional Dutch braid and twist it into a bun for a great wedding or other formal event look.

45. Dutch Ponytail

Braid your hair in the Dutch style until the top of your neck and leave the rest of your hair in a ponytail for this look. You can also use the same technique for pigtail braids into ponytails.

Different Braid Styles

Use these other styles of braids to change up your daily hairstyles. These go above and beyond the regular three strand, Dutch, fishtail, and French braids. You’ll impress your friends with these exciting different braiding styles!

46. Milkmaid Braid

This braid uses a traditional three strand style, but it does so in a different way. Braid your hair on one side and pin it behind the opposite ear for this special braid style.

47. Box Braids

Box braids can be worn in any style and can constantly be changed up depending on your mood or the events you’re attending.

48. Five Strand Braid

After you’ve figured out the three and four strand braids, you can step up your game with a five strand braid. You can use this braid to do pretty much any hairstyle, up or down, once you’ve mastered it!

49. Lace Braid

A lace braid is like a French braid but you only add hair to one side as you work your way down. This creates a beautiful lace look that can be dressed up or dressed down.

50. Ladder Braid

A ladder braid combines the waterfall braid and the lace braid to create a ladder style with your hair. You can adorn the ladder with flowers or other embellishments to really make this hairstyle the best it can be.

Trying Different Types Of Braids

Use this list of new and exciting braid ideas whenever you’re looking for a new hairstyle to try out! You won’t regret learning how to braid your own – and other people’s – hair in these fun styles.